Vacancies
We have a range of academic and professional roles available in diverse fields across the institution.
Professional role
Admissions & Administration Officer
Admissions & Administration Officer
Institution:
Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA)
Location:
Surry Hills
Position status:
Full Time, Mon-Fri, 8.45am-4.45pm
About AMPA
The Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) is a private higher education provider specialising in the delivery of music and performing arts education.
Educating and inspiring young artists for over 20 years, AMPA remains committed to providing the highest quality in undergraduate and postgraduate degrees focussing on the performing arts, including contemporary, jazz and classical music, dance performance (ballet, jazz and contemporary), music theatre, composition and music production.
The Position
As the face of AMPA your role will be pivotal in responding to student enquiries and providing personalised support from application through to enrolment. From providing information on courses, facilities, services and procedures through to booking auditions and enrolment meetings, your role will be an important part of each student’s application journey. By developing and nurturing these relationships, you will help to drive a culture of quality, student support and high rates of conversion to enrolment.
Helping with the daily activities at AMPA, you will provide a high level of reception and administrative support along with handling communication with students, staff and external parties such as educational institutions, arts related associations, private studios, agencies and media companies.
Your responsibilities will include:
Provide course and general enrolment information to prospective students, parents and teachers.
Build and manage relationships with potential students, from handling initial enquiries through to final enrolment at AMPA.
Manage communication with the student/staff community and external parties such as educational institutions, music and arts related associations, private studios, agencies and media companies.
Provide reception and administrative support to ensure day-to-day activities at AMPA run smoothly and efficiently.
Manage external bookings of the theatre and ensure all event requirements are met.
Assist with AMPA events such as careers markets, information days, student socials, conferences and other related events.
Candidate Requirements
Tertiary qualification in marketing, communications and/or the arts.
A high level of communication and relationship management skills.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or with a small team.
Highly organised and detail oriented.
Proficient in the use of software applications including CRM, Microsoft Word, Excel, Email and ability to learn new systems.
Positive and practical approach in dealing with students and staff.
Passionate about achieving results
To apply for this position please submit your resume to: jobs@ampa.edu.au
Professional role
Lighting Operator
Lighting Operator
Institution:
Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA)
Location:
Surry Hills
Position status:
Contractor
About AMPA
The Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) is a private higher education provider specialising in the delivery of music and performing arts education.
Educating and inspiring young artists for over 20 years, AMPA remains committed to providing the highest quality in undergraduate and postgraduate degrees focussing on the performing arts, including contemporary, jazz and classical music, dance performance (ballet, jazz and contemporary), music theatre, composition and music production.
The Position
AMPA has an exciting opportunity for passionate individuals to join the team as skilled Lighting Operators / Technicians to work in our theatre for AMPA events as well as public theatre hires. Lighting Operators should be passionate about live performance and have experience working with theatre lighting systems.
As a contract role you will be added to the callout roster for when events are booked in the theatre, and you can choose to work the gigs that align with your calendar throughout the year.
Your responsibilities will include:
Operating lighting for all types of live performances
Familiar with lighting desks and creating scenes
Lighting techniques for various types of performances and shows
Able to conduct cleaning, maintenance and upkeep tasks of lighting equipment
Representing AMPA through liaison with Heads of Department, Production Managers, Artists, Promoters and our Clients
Troubleshooting and problem solving for lighting systems
Maintaining a safe working environment by conforming to all established safety policies and procedures
Taking responsibility of stage and production areas
Candidate Requirements
- Industry experience in live events
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or with a small team
- Highly organised and detail oriented
- Able to work evenings and weekends
To apply for this position please submit your resume to: jobs@ampa.edu.au
Academic role (ongoing)
Teaching Positions
Teaching Positions
Institution:
Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA)
Location:
Surry Hills
Position status:
Contractor
About AMPA
The Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) is a private higher education provider specialising in the delivery of music and performing arts education.
Educating and inspiring young artists for over 20 years, AMPA remains committed to providing the highest quality in undergraduate and postgraduate degrees focussing on the performing arts, including contemporary, jazz and classical music, dance performance (ballet, jazz and contemporary), music theatre, composition and music production.
Opportunities
AMPA is always looking for passionate individuals to join in teaching and lecturing positions across our institution. Focus areas include:
- Contemporary Music / Music Production
- Classical Music / Composition
- Music Theatre
- Dance
- Acting
As a contract role your teaching schedule will align with individual lessons and/or teaching schedules for classes and lectures.
Candidate Requirements
- Industry experience in your field
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or with a small team
- Highly organised and detail oriented
- Postgraduate qualifications or equivalent
To apply for this position please submit your resume to: jobs@ampa.edu.au
As this is not an active vacancy your details will be saved to the prospective faculty file. By submitting your resume you agree that AMPA will store your information and contact you for future teaching opportunities.
